We all create a map for our future. Some of ours have more details than others, some are based of other people's success and some make them as they go. I was thinking a lot about this today because yesterday was such a great day that got totally derailed. I didn't fall apart - I don't ever agree to do that - but I did stop what I was doing to add a .... pitstop and give attention where it was needed. I guess the point is, that the map is the plan and we all see the icons but what we really need to pay attention to is the stuff that isn't universal. The stuff that happens everyday and how you deal with it and how you move forward.
I believe the only way to stay on track is to be clear about your destination. If your vision is clear enough than you will get there regardless of everything else. Planning and strategy should derive from a healthy balance of dreams, logic and acquired knowledge. If your planning your future without a combination of all of these, then you most likely won't get to where you really want to be.
Dreams. If you can't visualize it than it can not be. It's that simple. Don't allow other people to limit your dreams - if they want to limit themselves then let that be their problem.
Logic. What steps to you logically need to take to achieve your dreams. What does the breakdown look like? What will your days look like? Is your plan proven or are you creating a new one? What are your chances of success and what can you do to stay on the right track? What tools have you acquired to manifest your dream? What sacrifices are you willing to make? What are you not willing to sacrifice?
Acquired Knowledge. Don't underestimate what you already know. Also don't forget that you don't know what you don't know. The biggest lesson and acquired knowledge for me is: Looking back, did I really do everything I was supposed to do? Did I take the time to live in each moment and enjoy the ride to the top? Did I remember to bring my family and friends on the ride (new and old)? You learn so much from yourself and the people around you, so make sure that you take it all in. Be present. Don't be so distracted by everything around you. Take and give time where it is needed.
The big plan is the road map and you driving through it. When you plan your roadtrip, you don't know what traffic will come up in 6 hours or what kid is going to need to pull over for a 30th potty break nor will you know when. All you can do is take it all in and pull over when you need to and then get back on the road when your done. Your loved ones will stay the course with you because they believe in you. They will support you because you support them. They will have faith in you because you have faith in your plan, so just remember to make it a good one. Just remember to live each day in the moment. Your plan is good enough that you know your going to get there, so don't be afraid to enjoy the stuff today.
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